Noida International Airport to launch commercial flights from 15 June

India’s newest aviation hub, Noida International Airport, is set to begin commercial flight operations from 15 June, marking a major expansion of air travel capacity in the National Capital Region (NCR) and northern India.

The launch follows the airport’s formal inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the granting of security clearance under the Aerodrome Security Programme (ASP) by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security. The approval confirms that the airport’s security systems and operational procedures meet national regulatory standards ahead of opening, reports India-based news agency Travel Trade Journal.

India’s largest airline, IndiGo, is expected to operate the inaugural flight and commence scheduled passenger services. Akasa Air and Air India Express will follow as the airport gradually ramps up operations. Authorities said detailed flight schedules and route networks will be announced in the coming weeks.

Located near Jewar in Uttar Pradesh, the airport has been developed to address growing passenger demand in one of the world’s fastest-expanding aviation markets. It is designed with modern terminal infrastructure, streamlined passenger processing and integrated multimodal transport links aimed at improving accessibility.

Officials say the new airport will ease congestion at Indira Gandhi International Airport, currently the primary gateway to the Indian capital, while enhancing regional connectivity.

Beyond passenger services, the airport is also expected to boost cargo operations and support economic growth by facilitating trade, tourism and investment across northern India.

The opening of Noida International Airport marks a significant milestone in India’s aviation expansion strategy, as the country seeks to strengthen infrastructure and meet the growing demand for air travel in the coming decades.